Famous for its wide flowing rivers, picturesque moorland and heather covered valleys, Shropshire is a delightful slice of the English landscape. Located on the England / Wales border, Shropshire is arguably one of the most peaceful and rural counties in England, the perfect destination for those hoping to unwind and relax amidst gorgeous scenery and endless English heritage.
Shropshire has numerous charming and vibrant market towns to choose from, such as Ellesmere with its narrow medieval streets and well preserved Georgian buildings, or Market Drayton, (hometown of Clive of India) known for its 200 year old Wednesday market as well as its walking routes along the Shropshire Union Canal and its fantastic 40 step aqueduct.
Also worth visiting is Shrewsbury, Shropshire's county town with its distinctive black and white buildings and windy cobbled streets along the banks of the River Severn (and famous as the birthplace of Charles Darwin) and Stokesay Castle in Craven Arms, one of the best 13th Century fortified manor houses in Britain. The landscape in the area surrounding Stokesay Castle is also a good starting point for some beautiful strolls through the idyllic Shropshire landscape. Lastly, a must-see historic site is Ironbridge, home to the original Iron Bridge and a World Heritage Site.
To really get to grips with Shropshire it is essential to get out in the countryside and the best place to start is the impressive and exhilarating Shropshire Way walking trail, (the old village of Whitchurch is a good place to start.) In addition there are hundreds of miles of long distance trails all passing through sumptuous unspoiled countryside and past over 30 separate nature reserves and more than 32 castles.
Also worth a day’s walk is Offa’s Dyke, the UK’s longest archaeological site, (built by King Offa in the 8th Century to keep out the Welsh Princes) and now central to the Offa’s Dyke Path. Lastly, there is the lakeland of Meres and Mosses near to Ellesmere which is a haven for wildlife and offers both fishing or boating for even more Shropshire relaxation.
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Other concerts, music and gigs in Shropshire are:
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Coalport China MuseumSee the National Collections of Caughley and Coalport china in the magnificent old Coalport China works. Rich colours, bright glazes and exquisite decoration. Experience much more; with demonstrations of traditional ceramic techniques which reveal the secrets of ceramic production. Children wi…Location: Telford
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Jackfield Tile MuseumBridgnorth Cliff RailwayShrewsbury MuseumWollerton Old Hall GardenEnginuityPark Hall FarmMuseum Of The GorgeSecret Hills, The Shropshire Hills Discovery Centre
Attingham ParkOne of the great houses of the Midlands, Attingham Park was built in 1785 for the 1st Lord Berwick to the design of George Steuart and has a picture gallery by John Nash. The magnificent rooms contain collections of ambassadorial silver, Italian furniture and Grand Tour paintings. The park, landscap…Location: Atcham
Some other notable historic attractions in Shropshire are:
Weston ParkJackfield Tile MuseumWroxeter Roman CityShrewsbury CastleHaughmond AbbeyShrewsbury MuseumHawkstone Hall and GardenLudlow CastleMuseum Of The GorgeLilleshall AbbeyIronbridge GorgeActon Burnell CastleActon Scott Historic Working FarmBuildwas Abbey
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